How common is the Dellingham surname?

There are approximately 800 people with the surname Dellingham in the United States.

Are there Dellingham soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 9 soldiers with the Dellingham surname appear in Civil War records.

Dellingham

Q: What does the surname Dellingham mean?

The surname Dellingham means "A person from a place called Dellingham or a settlement associated with the Delling family.". It is of English origin.

Topographic

Meaning

A person from a place called Dellingham or a settlement associated with the Delling family.

Etymology

Composed of a personal name or place element 'Dell' combined with the Old English suffix '-ingham', denoting a homestead or settlement. This follows the common English pattern of habitation surnames.

About the Dellingham Surname

An English habitation surname derived from a place name ending in -ingham. The surname is quite rare and appears to be concentrated in specific English regions.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 800 bearers in the United States #3,873 most common surname

Rare Common

Rare surname found primarily in England and among English-speaking populations.

Dellingham Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Dellingham Surname

William Dellingham

Sen.

Quick Facts

Origin: English
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: 13th century
Estimated Bearers: 800

War Records

9 soldiers with the Dellingham surname found in Civil War records.

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